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AD55 BZR

2005 Volkswagen Golf

Blue Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Feb 2019
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

77,476 mi
Last recorded77,476 miles
Recorded on20 Feb 2018
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Golf87,832 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAD55 BZR
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 Feb 2018 77,476 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Fail 19 Feb 2018 77,466 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits due to blowing exhaust (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases centre silencer corroded and split (7.1.2)

Nearside Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened binding and distorted with excessive heat (3.5.1i)

Nearside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Offside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect no beam image lens scratched and faded (1.8.A.1b)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

near side headlamp faded with just visible beam image

Pass 20 Feb 2017 73,364 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2016 70,078 miles
Fail 9 Mar 2016 70,078 miles

Stop lamp not working both rear brake lights (1.2.1b)

Pass 26 Mar 2015 61,222 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 18 Feb 2014 52,359 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

offside rear tyre cracking on outer sidewall

Fail 5 Mar 2013 48,379 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 5 Mar 2013 48,379 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2011 43,850 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2010 40,365 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2009 34,856 miles
Pass 27 Dec 2008 30,561 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

How Reliable is the Volkswagen Golf?

Based on 22,270,993 MOT tests across 1,787,037 vehicles.

74.9%
Pass Rate
6,735
Miles/Year
37
Year Lifespan
1,787,037
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 700,382
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 301,629
Stop lamp not working 260,234
position lamp(s) not working 257,206
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 229,092
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AD55 BZR is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf in Blue with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

Across all 2005 Volkswagen Golf models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.1% with a typical mileage of 87,832 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Volkswagen Golf fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 700,382 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AD55 BZR, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volkswagen Golf typically stays on UK roads for around 37 years. At 21 years old, this Volkswagen Golf is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of AD55 BZR?

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What year was AD55 BZR registered?

AD55 BZR is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 29 December 2005.

Is AD55 BZR safe to buy?

The MOT history for AD55 BZR shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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